How to Start a Drain Cleaning Business for Profit

Instructions to start a drain cleaning business from home can be completed in four easy steps. Just like starting any business from home you will need to educate yourself on the drain cleaning procedures, purchase equipment for the drain cleaning business, obtain a business license if required, advertise and keep accurate records. A little common sense and the ability to read an operator’s manual will have you running a lucrative draining cleaning business in no time.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Take time to educate yourself about drain cleaning. Read drain cleaning manuals and draining books printed on the subject. Talk to other drain cleaning professionals. Read the operator’s manual that comes with your drain cleaning equipment that you purchase for your drain cleaning business.

2. Contact your local business licensing office to determine what type of licenses your city and state require to operate a drain cleaning business. If you operate the business from your home and you live outside the city limits you may not be required to purchase a business license, depending on your home state.

3. Order free business cards with your company name and number. Print flyers and distribute them throughout the neighborhoods you will service. Advertising need not be expensive for your drain cleaning business.

4. Keep receipts for all drain cleaning products, equipment and supplies. Purchase a double copy receipt book to keep your drain cleaning business records. Give one copy to your customers and keep one for your drain cleaning business records. Record the miles you drive each day, to use as a tax deduction for your drain cleaning business success.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep accurate records on a daily basis.
• The size of your business will determine how much equipment you will need. At the least you will need a portable drain cleaning machine, industrial rubber gloves, industrial rubber boots and cleaning solution.
• Always do your research when starting any new business.
• Just remember to work safely and follow the guidelines supplied with your equipment.

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[saucywriter]

on 11/17/2009 Great suggestions for a low-overhead, easy start-up business!